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Park Conditions

  • Boat Ramps

    Closed until Spring 2021.
    (Updated: 11/2/2020 11:04 AM)

  • Boating

    Closed until Spring 2021.

    Summer Season:
    During the summer, please remember that Pearl Lake is a wakeless lake. 

    Inspections for Aquatic Nuisance Species must be done on all trailered boats and/or those with an engine (including electric motors). Continue to the Steamboat Lake Marina or Placer Cove stations for your inspection.
    2021 Inspection Hours:
    • Marina:
      • 08:00-18:00 Monday-Wednesday
      • 08:00-2100 Thursday-Sunday
    • Placer:
      • 06:00-1600 Thursday-Monday
      • Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
    Paddleboarders must carry a PFD for each person while on Pearl Lake.
    (Updated: 4/9/2021 11:29 AM)

  • Camping

    The yurts are open. The campgrounds are closed. Water in the campgrounds is off for the season.

    Yurts are reser​vable ​all year lo​n​g, and make a great winter getaway!

    Please note that the yurts in winter are only accessible by a short trail, which is left of the gate at the park entrance.​

    For more information, see the Camping & Yurts page.

    Visit the park fee page​ for information about pricing for the yurts and camping.

    (Updated: 1/6/2021 2:05 PM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

    Depending on your provider, the upper campground loop should be good, while the lower loop and boat ramp can be hit and miss.​

    (Updated: 12/16/2020 11:34 AM)

  • Fall Colors

    Peak colors are typically the middle of September through the first week of October. 
    (Updated: 5/21/2019 1:33 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    (Updated: 11/16/2020 11:06 AM)

  • Fishing Report

    The fishing has been hit and miss at Pearl.

    (Updated: 10/13/2020 11:17 AM)

  • Icing Conditions

    Pearl Lake still has about 3 feet of ice as of April 9! Take caution if you are heading out on the ice.
    (Updated: 4/9/2021 11:19 AM)

  • Road Conditions

    Closed for the season. The road from RCR 129 to the entrance of Pearl Lake is opened and maintained by the county.
    (Updated: 12/16/2020 11:37 AM)

  • Trails

    Look for signs of animals if you go out for a hike! You'll need skis or snowshoes this time of year.

    (Updated: 12/16/2020 11:38 AM)

  • Water Levels

    Low - normal for this time of year.
    (Updated: 9/17/2020 11:54 AM)

  • Water Quality

    ​Excellent!  

    (Updated: 5/7/2018 2:26 PM)

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